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    Graduate Tax Trainee - Belfast

    Belfast, United KingdomOn-SiteFull-timePosted 2w ago
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    At Grant Thornton, we're not your run of the mill Audit, Tax and Advisory firm. Why? Because we always go beyond the norm, challenge convention and deliver creative solutions. We’re always looking for changemakers. You can feel it the second you walk in: you're surrounded by passionate people. We’re bouncing off each other’s energy, in an exciting atmosphere that's bustling with activity.

    Our unique approach has helped us become one of Ireland’s fastest-growing professional services firm. We're looking for creative thinkers with fresh ideas and traditionalists who dream big. We're not just looking for grads with a business background, we want grads from all disciplines. We know that the right people come from many different places and spaces.

    We want you to carve out a future that reflects who you really are. Our mission is to empower our people and clients to achieve their ambitions. We want to help you flourish in a way that matches your personality and your dreams. Someone who's still obviously you, but with loads of extra experience under your belt. Everyone brings something new to the table at Grant Thornton, it’s part of what makes this such a wonderful and vibrant place to work.

    We are currently recruiting for a graduate trainee to join our Tax department in Belfast. 

    Tax

    Change the conventional. Make it exceptional.

    Our Tax team works across the entire spectrum of Tax, from personal financial planning to international businesses and everything in-between. We aim to deliver the best innovation and proactive solutions for our clients. In Tax, you will gain exposure to various compliance obligations of a wide array of clients along with complex assignments and projects across various industries / sectors. Tax is always evolving, and you will have to keep an eye on changes that might affect our clients. By being adaptable, you will get to develop tax strategies and solutions customised to client needs. You will to get the opportunity to work with a variety of businesses, from sole traders to SMES, from multiple industries too!

    Through your training you will gain the relevant professional qualifications while undertaking a variety of Tax work across a diverse client base.

    Essential Skills & attributes:

    • possess a strong academic record (minimum 2.1 award in a third level qualification or international equivalent);
    • proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint;
    • can communicate ideas, function as part of a group and take a leadership role;
    • strive to make a significant contribution to a firm;
    • set challenging goals for themselves;
    • self-starter and proactive mind-set;
    • curiosity for tax and business in general;
    • possess the ability to help others solve problems; and
    • live the values of the firm

    THE ACADEMY

    Change the path. Make your own.

    When your days are all the same, nobody wins. That's why we have The Academy. The Academy is gives you regular business training that empowers you to develop the skills you want, at your own pace. As part of The Academy, you'll get exam support including tutorials and practice exams. Not to mention study leave and first pass bonuses. We're going beyond to give you everything you need to get the results you want.

    We've created a well-rounded induction programme, so you can dive right in the deep end and get stuck in. And with our buddy system, you'll always have someone you can turn to who knows the ropes. They'll be delighted to give you sound advice and feedback.

    You're in the driving seat of your career when you work with us. You'll have loads of chances to develop your skills through relevant work experience that puts theory into practice. Our unique Trainee Progression System lays out all your important milestones, so you can hit them all. And we reward you when you do.

    At Grant Thornton, exam success and professional development of our staff is at the top of our priorities and this is reflected in our Exam Hub for students of all professional qualification. Furthermore, our dedicated Tax Exam Support Committee and mentors will offer insight into exam techniques, approaches and general technical training to ensure you are prepared when sitting exams.

    Change your dreams. Make them realities.

    We're on the lookout for bright, confident people, just like you. If you're on track to get a minimum 2.1 in your degree and have strong IT skills, then we want you to work with us. We're seeking out new grads who can communicate their ideas, work well both as a team member and team leader, and who want to make a real difference to the firm. If you're willing to challenge yourself, help others solve problems and are on board with what we stand for, then what are you waiting for?

    Become a changemaker with Grant Thornton

    #LI-KS1

    About Us

    We are Grant Thornton
    Grant Thornton Ireland is rapidly approaching 3,000 people, in 9 offices across Ireland, Isle of Man, Gibraltar and Bermuda. With a presence in over 149 countries around the world and a global network of 73,000 people, we bring our clients the local knowledge, national expertise and global presence to help them succeed – wherever they’re located.
    At GT, we work as trusted advisors, bringing local knowledge and national expertise, with a global presence, to help businesses succeed – wherever they are located. We make business more personal by investing in building relationships and empowering our clients to make the right decisions for their organisation now and for the future. Whether that is working with the public sector to build thriving communities, with regulators and financial institutions to build trust, or with a diverse range of businesses to help them achieve their goals, Grant Thornton Ireland work hard to support clients to act on the issues that matter.
    At GT Ireland we don’t just predict your future, we build it.
    A Career at GT
    Looking for a more fulfilling role in professional services? One where fresh thinking, collaboration and diversity are valued? At Grant Thornton we do things differently.
    What does this mean for you?
    A career in a more inclusive working environment, a more collaborative work culture, a more supported, flexible working role, more possibilities to grow and more opportunities to help shape the future for your clients. We respect and value your experience. And we want you to bring your authentic self to work and be at your best. It is how it should be.
    Grow with us
    At Grant Thornton, we care about our people and work hard to make you feel valued. If you are looking to deepen and develop your skills, knowledge, and experience throughout your career, then that is what you will get, and more.
    Our Benefits
    Please follow this link for information on our generous benefits package.

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